BP Begins Pumping Cement in Static Kill of Gulf Well
BP starts a steady cement pour into the blown out Macondo well as part of the static kill aimed at sealing the ruptured pipe. Adm Thad Allen says it reduces leak risk while relief-well work continues, with federal reports noting most spilled oil is under control.
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Gulf of Mexico shown to be resilient after spill outlook
Scientists survey the Gulf of Mexico find it resilient despite Deepwater Horizon damage. A government report estimates 84 million gallons of oil were naturally broken down, with 600 miles of coast fouled and thousands of animals affected.
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